PRINCE2-PRACTITIONER Principles Practice Question
A project is underway to develop a new logistics system. During execution, a major industry regulation changes, rendering the current business case unviable. Which PRINCE2 principle is primarily being applied when the Project Board recommends stopping the project?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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Continued business justification
Continued business justification is the principle that ensures the project remains desirable, viable, and achievable throughout its lifecycle. If the justification ceases, the project should be stopped.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
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Continued business justification
Why this is correct
This principle requires that a valid business justification remains throughout the project lifecycle.
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Focus on products
Why it's wrong here
Focus on products is about defining and delivering output requirements, not validating the business rationale.
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Tailor to suit the project
Why it's wrong here
Tailoring is about adapting the method to the project environment, not assessing overall project viability.
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Manage by exception
Why it's wrong here
Manage by exception relates to delegated authority and tolerances, not the ongoing viability of the business case.
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